Canon Camera Connect

Canon Camera Connect Canon Camera Connect helps you send Canon camera images to your Android phone over Wi‑Fi or Bluetooth, with thumbnail preview to save storage. Enjoy live view and remote control for focus and exposure.

Canon Camera Connect

Canon Camera Connect is a simple, free mobile app that helps you move photos and videos from compatible Canon cameras to your smartphone. You can connect through Wi‑Fi or Bluetooth for direct transfers, and you can preview thumbnails before importing to help keep more space available on your phone.

You can also see the camera’s live view on your phone and manage key shooting settings remotely, including focus, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and exposure compensation. It’s a great option for self-portraits, wildlife, or shooting from hard-to-reach angles, making capture and sharing faster.

Key Features

Photo and video transfer (supported formats)

The app lets you transfer and save images from your Canon camera to your smartphone.

• Supported types: JPEG, MP4, MOV
• Original RAW import: not supported. RAW images are automatically converted and saved as JPEG.
• MOV limitations: MOV files and 8K movies recorded on EOS cameras cannot be saved.
• Other unsupported formats: HEIF 10-bit files and RAW movie files are not saved, and AVCHD files from camcorders are not saved.

Remote shooting and shutter release

Start remote shooting using your phone’s live view, then press to release the shutter via Bluetooth on supported camera models.

• If you use a Power Zoom Adapter, set Live View to ON for correct operation.
• On compatible cameras, you can transfer firmware from your phone to help keep features up to date.

Flexible connection options and requirements

• Wi‑Fi: connect using direct Wi‑Fi or through a wireless router.
• Switching connections: you can move from Bluetooth pairing to Wi‑Fi, or use NFC with a compatible camera to switch via touch.
• Bluetooth requirements: the camera must support Bluetooth, and your phone must support Bluetooth 4.0 or later with Android 5.0 or later.
• Android support: Android 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and 16 are supported.
• If a network confirmation dialog appears during setup, enable the checkbox to allow the same connection next time.
• If the app doesn’t work correctly, close it and try again. Performance isn’t guaranteed on every Android device.
• Languages available: Japanese, English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Korean, and Turkish.

Location information and Canon services

The app can read location information from your phone and attach it to images captured by the camera. On supported models, Canon Camera Connect also connects to Canon services. When sharing photos online, review your settings—GPS data may be included in the image files.

Highlights

• Wireless connection for image transfer and remote live view shooting
• Wired (USB) connection for image transfer
• Add location info to images taken with your camera



• Bluetooth support with compatible cameras
• Automatic transfer for enabled cameras
• Send the latest firmware to compatible/enabled cameras
• Wired (USB) remote live view shooting
• Set up Wi‑Fi details on the camera
• Live streaming settings

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Wireless control of your camera
• Make self-portraits by yourself
• Transfer images to other devices

Cons

• Bluetooth connections can be harder to establish

FAQs

What is Canon Camera Connect?

Canon Camera Connect is a mobile app by Canon Inc. that lets you connect Canon cameras to your smartphone or tablet for photo transfer and remote control.

Is Canon Camera Connect compatible with all Canon cameras?

No. It works mainly with select Canon models that support Wi‑Fi or Bluetooth connectivity.

How do I connect my camera to the Canon Camera Connect app?

Turn on Wi‑Fi or Bluetooth on your camera, then open the Canon Camera Connect app on your phone and follow the pairing instructions.

Can I transfer images from my camera to my phone using the app?

Yes. You can transfer photos from your Canon camera to your smartphone or tablet with Canon Camera Connect.

Is there a cost to download Canon Camera Connect?

No. It’s available for free download on the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android).

Can I use Canon Camera Connect for live view shooting?

Yes—if your camera supports it, you can use the app for remote live view shooting.

What file types can be transferred?

You can transfer JPEG and RAW files from your Canon camera to your mobile device using the app.

Does the app include image editing?

Canon Camera Connect provides only basic/limited editing. For more advanced edits, you’ll likely need other photo editing software or apps.

Do I need an internet connection?

For basic features, no—but some functions, such as firmware updates, may require internet access.

What should I do if I can’t connect?

If you’re having connection trouble, confirm that both devices have the latest firmware, are within range, and that Wi‑Fi or Bluetooth is enabled on both.